Land Pride AFM4211 User Manual
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All-Flex Mowers
AFM4211
19628
315-507M
Operator’s Manual
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you see this symbol, the subsequent
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instructions and warnings are serious - follow
without exception. Your life and the lives of
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Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Serial Number Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Section 1: Assembly and Set-up . . . . . .12
Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Hardware Torque Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
PTO To Drawbar Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tractor Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Main Driveline Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Hydraulic Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Pull Rope Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Gauge Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Bleeding Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Section 2: Operating Instructions . . . . .16
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
U-Joint Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Transporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Constant Velocity Driveline Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Pre-Operation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Section 3: Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Center Deck Height Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Belt Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Section 4: Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Ball Swivel Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Low Lift Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Medium Lift Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
High Lift Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Mulching Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Servicing Mower Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Blade Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Blade Removal And Installation . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Blade Sharpening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Blade Options: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
V-Belt Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Driveline Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Type A Clutches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Type B Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Tires With Air Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Driveline Constant Velocity Shaft . . . . . . . . . .30
Driveline Shafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Inner Tube of Driveline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Wheel Support Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Wheel Bushings (Gauge Wheels) . . . . . . . . . .31
Wheel Bushings (Transport Hubs) . . . . . . . . . .31
Blade Spindle Bearings, Center Deck . . . . . . .31
4-Way Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Mower Deck Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Blade Spindle Bearings, Wing Decks . . . . . . .32
Tool Bar To Floating Link Pivot Pin . . . . . . . . .32
Transport Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Wing Deck Pivot Bushings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Rear Deck Pivot Half Clamps . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Wing Flex Pivot Lugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Section 6: Specifications & Capacities .34
Section 7: Features and Benefits . . . . . .36
Section 8: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . .37
Section 9: Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Tire Inflation Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand
the instructions given in this
manual before operation. Refer to
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
▲ Operator should be familiar with
all functions of the unit.
▲ Operate implement from the
driver’s seat only.
▲ Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
▲ Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
▲ Dismounting from a moving
tractor could cause serious injury
or death.
▲ Do not allow anyone to stand
between the tractor and
implement while backing up to the
implement.
▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
▲ Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,
when raising implement. Make
sure all persons are clear of
working area.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
▲ Do not carry passengers on
implement at any time.
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
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Be Aware of
Signal Words
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
!
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for
machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of
equipment.
!
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
!
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Shutdown and Storage
▲ Lower machine to ground, put
tractor in park, turn off engine, and
remove the key.
▲ Detach and store implements in a
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, self-
propelled equipment, and towed
implements can create a hazard
when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
whenever driving on public roads.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED.Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrains require a
slower speed.
▲ Sudden breaking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with breaks.
▲ Use the following maximum
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
20 mph when weight is less
than or equal to the weight of
tractor.
10 mph when weight is double
the weight of tractor.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the
weight of tractor.
Use A Safety Chain
▲ A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor
drawbar.
▲ Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machinery.
▲ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other
specified anchor location. Allow
only enough slack in the chain to
permit turning.
▲ Do not use safety chain for
towing.
Practice Safe
Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean dry area.
▲ Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool
completely.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition & installed
properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused
parts from implement before
operation.
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These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire
extinguisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for
doctor, ambulance, hospital and
fire department near phone.
911
Wear
Protective Equipment
▲ Protective clothing and equipment
should be worn.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment
appropriate for the job. Avoid
loose fitting clothing.
▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Operating equipment safely
requires the full attention of the
operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
▲ Escaping fluid underpressure can
penetrate the skin causing
serious injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydrauliclines or performing work
on the system.
▲ Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
▲ Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
▲ If an accident occurs, see a
doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be
treated within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
Tire Safety
▲ Tire changing can be dangerous
and should be performed by
trained personnel using the
correct tools and equipment.
▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand to
one side and NOT in front of or
over the tire assembly. Use a
safety cage if available.
▲ When removing and installing
wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.
Keep Riders
Off Machinery
▲ Riders obstruct the operator’s
view, they could be struck by
foreign objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
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Safety Labels
Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in
place. They were designed to help you safely operate
your implement. Read and follow their directions.
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new
labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer or visit our
dealer locator at landpride.com.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
request.
4. Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
a. Clean the area the label is to be placed.
b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to
be placed.
c. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
26884
818-558C
Warning: Serious Injury
26884
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818-339C
Warning: High Pressure
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Warning:
Negative Tongue Weight
26884
26884
818-561C
Danger: Raised Wing
818-565C
Important: U-Joint Timing Instructions
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818-560C
Notice: Manual Info.
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26884
818-337C
Warning: Max Trans Speed
818-130C
Caution:540 RPM
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26884
818-351C
Caution: Lock For Transport
818-353C
Caution: Unlock To Unfold
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
KEEP AWAY!
26884
818-552C
Danger: Entanglement
1960
818-556C
Danger: Thrown Object Hazard
Location: (3-Places) On Back of All Three Decks
818-045C
1960
Warning: Pinch point or Crushing Hazard
Location: (3-Places) On Back of All Three Decks
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818-555C
Danger: Rotating Blade
Location: (3-Places) On Back of All Three Decks
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818-003C
1960
Slow Moving Vehicle Label
Location: On Back of Center Deck Only
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838-345C
1960
Caution: V-Belt Installation
Right Hand & Center Deck (Beneath Belt Guard)
838-270C
1960
Caution: V-Belt Installation:
Left Hand Deck (Beneath Belt Guard)
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1960
818-543C
Danger: Guard Missing
Location: (6-Places)
Beneath Both Guards on All Three Decks
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0818-187C
Danger: Shield Missing
1960
1960
818-229C
Amber Reflector:
(Right Hand Shown Left Hand Opposite)
818-230C
Red Reflector:
(Right Hand Shown Left Hand Opposite)
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Red Reflector:
1960
(Center Deck)
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ROTATING DRIVELINE
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KEEP AWAY!
818-552C
Danger: Entanglement
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Danger: Guard Missing
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Introduction
Introduction
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
This All-Flex Mower has been designed with care and
built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper
assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices
will help you get years of satisfactory use from the
machine.
Application
The AFM4211 All-Flex Mower is designed and built by
Land Pride to provide excellent cutting quality and
performance on lush type turf grasses on expansive and
well manicured areas such as fairways, parks, school
lawns, sports fields, and 5 acre estates.
The AFM4211 requires attachment to a 30-65 hp turf
tractor with 540 rpm PTO speed and can be ordered with
slip-clutch or conventional wing driveline configurations.
The mower offers independent deck flotation and zero
turning radius due to the sleek frame design. When you
need to transport from one mowing site to another the
hydraulic wing cylinders will easily lift up the wing decks
for a 5’-6" transport width. The contour following
capability, highly productive 11’ cutting width, and rear
discharge design of the floating cutting decks will greatly
reduce wide-area cutting times and still deliver finely
groomed surfaces at mowing speeds from 2-6 mph.
See “Section 6: Specifications & Capacities” and
“Section 7: Features and Benefits ” for additional
information and performance enhancing options.
Owner Assistance
The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by
the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
If customer service or repair parts are required contact a
LandPride dealer.A dealer hastrained personnel, repair
parts and equipment needed to service the implement.
The parts on your AFM4211 All-Flex Mower have been
specially designed and should only be replaced with
genuineLand Pride parts.Therefore, should your Mower
require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.
Serial Number Plate
For prompt service always use the serial number and
modelnumber when ordering parts from your Land Pride
dealer.Be sureto includeyour serialand modelnumbers
incorrespondence also. Referto Figure 1 for the location
of your serial number plate.
Using This Manual
•
This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
you with safety, assembly, operation, adjustments,
troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read this manual
and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe
and efficient operation.
• The information contained within this manual was
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change
slightly to assure you of the best performance.
• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge from our website at
www.landpride.com.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use
unless otherwise stated.
Definitions
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator must be aware of before continuing.
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to its preceding topic. Land Pride’s intention is that
this information should be read and noted before
continuing.
1875
Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new
All-Flex Mower. If for any reason you do not understand
any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the
service received, the following actions are suggested:
1. Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure he is aware of any problems
youmay haveand that he has had the opportunity to
assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem and request assistance.
3. For further assistance write to:
Land Pride
Service Department
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, KS 67402-5060
E-Mail
lpservicedept@landpride.com
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Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower should be within the range noted
below. Tractors outside the horsepower range must not
be used.
Horsepower Rating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-65 HP
Rear PTO Shaft Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 3/8”-6 Spline
Rear PTO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540RPM
Hitch Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Draw Bar
Hydraulic Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . One Duplex Outlet
Tractor Weight . . . . . . . . . See Important Note Below
IMPORTANT: Ballast may need to be added to your
tractor to maintain steering control. Refer to your
tractor’s operator manual to determine if additional
ballast is needed. This mower has a positive
transport tongue weight of approximately 500 lbs.
Hardware Torque Information
When tightening hardware, refer to “Torque Values
Chart” on page 39 to determine standard torque values.
Refer to "Additional Torque Values" at the bottom of the
chart for exceptions to the standard torque values.
PTO To Drawbar Set-Up
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CAUTION!
Do not over speed PTO or machine damage may result. This
mower is designed to be used with a tractor using a rear
540 rpm PTO drive.
Refer to Figure 1-1:
Distances between center of drawbar hitch pin hole to
end of tractor PTO shaft (“A” dimension) and from top of
drawbar hitch to center of PTO shaft (“B” dimension)
must be maintained.
Tractor Hook-up
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DANGER!
Crushing Hazard between tractor and implement. Do not
allow anyone to stand between the tractor and implement
while backing-up to an implement. Never operate the
hydraulic 3-point lift controls while someone is directly
behind the tractor.
Refer to Refer to Figure 1-2:
1. Make cer tain jack stand is proper ly attached to the
mower hitch and secured with attachment pin.
2. Back tractor within close proximity of clevis.
3. Raise or lower jack stand to align clevis with tractor
drawbar. Drawbar should fit between lower and
upper plates of clevis.
4. Backtractor up to mower hitch until holes in drawbar
and clevis are aligned.
5. Attach mower with a 3/4" hitch pin and secure with
lockpin. Alwaysuse a hitch pin that contains a safety
locking device to prevent it from falling out.
6. Retract jack stand until weight of mower is fully
removed from the jack. Remove jack and store on
storage tube located on divider gearbox shield.
7. Attach safety chain on the frame tongue to the
tractor.Adjust chainlength toremoveall slackexcept
what is necessar y to permit turning of mower. Lock
chain hook securely onto the chain.
= 14”
= 8”
IMPORTANT: PTO damage may occur if distances
“A” and “B” are not properly maintained.
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Mower to Tractor Hook-up
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PTO to Drawbar Distances
Figure 1-1
Figure 1-2
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